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A platypus, an animal-themed blanket and a peace pipe all have one thing in common for five University students: They have the power to bring back the past. In an effort to remember a time when there were no papers due or bills to be paid, these students have each saved an object or a toy that represents a simpler time in their lives and brought them to be who they are today. … 0 Comments
In today's culture, when music and art can be created electronically, it can be difficult to imagine a time without synthesizers and digital cameras. The Athens Folk Music and Dance Society will host the North Georgia Folk Festival on Saturday, giving local residents the chance to delve into a simpler time. … 1 Comment
Once the 21-year mark has been reached, it seems as if there's not much more to look forward to and a lot to look back on. Here are some downtown bars that, while enforcing the age limit, keep their customers' inner kid alive with PG-rated activities. Georgia Bar 159 W. … 1 Comment
The Coen brothers came into the making of "Burn After Reading" armed with a brilliant idea and a top shelf comedy cast - and they should all be ashamed of themselves. As much as I'd love to rave about the inherent authenticity and delightfully dry, offbeat humor that we've come to expect of a Coen production, the advertising for this film proved better executed than the film itself. … 0 Comments
OKKERVIL RIVERThe Stand Ins Arriving hot on the heels of 2007's "The Stage Names" - and intended as its sequel - "The Stand Ins" finds the Austin-based indie-rock group picking up exactly where it left off. The album bears an uncanny resemblance to its predecessor, but thankfully comes across as a development of its themes rather than a rehash. … 0 Comments
We asked students at the Student Learning Center what song reminded them of their childhood. The theme song to "DuckTales" "I was all over Nickelodeon, after-school cartoons, before-school cartoons and Saturday morning cartoons. There was lots of toon-action in my childhood. … 2 Comments
Records aren't just dusty circle-things your dad keeps in the basement. They actually still make them and they even sound slightly better than CDs. This week, "Your New Favorite" spotlights local 7" records that haven't got the lovin' they deserve. CRESTON SPIERSCreston Spiers As the frontman for Athens' band, Harvey Milk, Creston Spiers is one of the town's best kept secrets. … 0 Comments
A sample of Parisian fare can now be tasted just around the corner. Located on Clayton Street in the former Roly Poly space, Pauley's serves up a bevy of crepe sandwiches tucked in cones. About as large as a pizza slice and folded up to make a triangle, the sandwiches can be ordered for dine-in or to-go until 3 a. … 0 Comments
The Last Resort Grill 174-84 W. Clayton St., 706-549-0810 Many Athenians regard The Last Resort Grill as a delicious downtown dinner spot with tempting desserts. What some don't know is that its brunch offerings live up to the restaurant's dinner time reputation. … 0 Comments
ANSWERS A: Ishues B: Music Hates You C: Hope for Agoldensummer D: Widespread Panic E: Dark Meat F: Elf Power G: Venice is Sinking H: We Versus the Shark … 0 Comments
Although college is the time to find oneself and start thinking about a career, some students still like to stay in touch with childhood - and who can blame them? Clubs such as UGAnime and the Gamers' Association of UGA show students that college can still include playtime. … 0 Comments
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In response to a culture fascinated with the idea of outer space, English artist David Bowie released the space-themed glam-rock album "The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars." … 3 Comments
